Substation Protection & Control Engineer - Hammond, IN

About Us

Working with our business partners to create, improve and sustain industry and infrastructure. Orbital Engineering, Inc. (Orbital) has been driven by this core purpose for more than 50 years - energizing Orbital team members and helping our clients solve challenging and complex problems with innovative engineering, inspection, and construction solutions. Orbital team members are guided by the fundamental beliefs of building trusted relationships, personal accountability, innovation, and excellence in everything we do. Orbital is looking for others to join our team to continue activating our purpose and embrace our values.

Overview

Responsible for technical support and oversight of substation engineering and consulting services for clients across the US. Primary responsibilities include creating electrical protection & control and/or physical design deliverables. Projects range in size, complexity, and voltage class from small distribution equipment upgrades to large transmission projects. Depending upon the complexity of the project, the candidate may prepare, provide guidance, or assist in preparing and developing the engineering deliverables for electric substation projects.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes understanding of the NEC, NESC, NEMA, ANSI, IEEE, industry standard work practices, client standards, and/or other applicable guidelines to complete engineering designs.
• Provide technical support for clients and support regional business development initiatives as a technical resource under the direction of the Department Manager.
• Work in a project team environment with other engineers and designers involved in detailed electrical design and project management of utility substation projects.
• Participate in project conceptualization, work planning, and project execution.
• Support Pre-bid walkdowns with clients, prepare, review, and approve proposals and project estimates for new client projects.
• Lead in the execution of engineering activities.
• Protection and Control design including panel arrangements, single lines, three lines, AC/DC schematics, and wiring design.
• Calculations for studies and reports and preparation of equipment and installation specifications.
• Coordination of design activities with other disciplines and groups.
• Develop and improve processes, tools and technology within the organization.
• Provide leadership, training and mentoring to other engineers and team members.
• Regularly meet and correspond with clients or external partners.
• Perform quality reviews for other engineers and designers.
• Conduct field visits for site walkdowns, constructability reviews, construction support, and other site meetings as needed.
• Support business development and marketing initiatives.
• Other assignments may include relay setting development, 3D modeling/design, or industry/professional technical committee involvement.
• Work with Project Management team to develop project plans and provide project updates.
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from accredited college or university, or a related field with equivalent experience.
• Position to be filled at an appropriate level according to candidate experience (Master’s degree may be considered as up to 1 year experience).
• Engineer I 0+ years related experience
• Engineer II 1+ years related experience
• Engineer III 3+ years related experience
• Engineer IV 5+ years related experience
• Professional Engineer registration or ability to obtain P.E. registration strongly preferred
• Proficiency with NESC, IEEE, and other relevant codes and standards.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively organize multiple complex assignments and competing priorities to produce accurate products on time.
• Ability to collaborate in cross-functional work teams.
• The successful candidate must have exceptional analytical and decision-making skills, and a successful record of positive interactions with clients.
• Experience in creating and reviewing substation design drawings.
• Proficient with current software applications used to perform substation design work.
• Ability to successfully work with remotely located team members.
• This position requires the ability to pass a post-offer drug (including marijuana) and alcohol test in compliance with Federal regulations and is also subject to random testing as a condition of continued employment.
  
  

Orbital Engineering, Inc. has provided worldwide professional engineering and consulting services since 1969. Our commitment to quality, responsiveness, and attention to detail has earned us the reputation as a leading provider of engineering and design services.

A commitment to excellence and hard work will be rewarded with a competitive salary, career advancement opportunities, and an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, 401(k), and supplemental insurance.

Orbital Engineering, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, EEO/AA/M-F-V-D. Orbital Engineering, Inc. seeks diversity among its employees. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential job functions.

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